Glossary · Your money in the deal
In short
This refers to the acceptable origins of your equity injection for an SBA loan. The SBA has specific rules about where your down payment can come from to ensure it's truly your money.
Your equity injection must come from personal funds that are 'seasoned' (in your account for at least 90 days) or from other verifiable, unencumbered sources like a gift from an immediate family member. Funds that are 'round-tripped' or borrowed against the business's assets are not eligible. Be prepared to provide bank and brokerage statements to prove the source and seasoning of your cash.
13 CFR Part 120 — Business Loans
Office of the Federal Register · Federal regulation
SOP 50 10 — Lender and Development Company Loan Programs
U.S. Small Business Administration · SBA Standard Operating Procedure
Last checked 2026-06-15. Official sources control — verify before relying on any rule for a live deal.
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